unruly things

a dim glow shines from jolly jack-o-lanterns,
while witches, goblins, and ghosts dance together.
the moon is full and very bright,
here’s a little story about my halloween night.

I’ll bake up some cookies, pumpkin and raisin
hopefully spooky things don’t start to happen.
we’ll probably drink a halloween brew
made of pumpkin and cinnamon and probably cloves too.

under blankets we sit, all warm and toasty
watching spooky movies, hopefully not too scary.
because eerie, horrifying, movies at night
give me dreams which cause such a fright.

we’ll likely be joined by an unlucky black cat
sometimes we call him more appropriately, a rat.
we’ll remember last year when we dressed with delight
as the devil, his angel, and the grim reaper, we partied all night.

it’s halloween and it’s meant to be fun
when a ghost scares you don’t turn and run.
so play some tricks, give out delicious treats
and have a lovely, safe, and exciting halloween.

that are a bit “halloween-y”

orange and black tights.
these goodies.
a spook and a clock.
her costume, and hers, hers too.
spooky crafts.
this bag of treats.
classic ghost stories.
pumpkin centerpieces.

{image from domino}

bright colors are certainly in for fall/winter. wow, was one of the words that came to mind when browsing Free People’s current collection. the colorful imagery combined with their unique pieces is simply amazing. since I hadn’t visited the site in awhile, I spent some time browsing and wishing. I’m totally crushing on these tights and this necklace.
{images from free people}

while the traditional black and white is truly wonderful, I’m loving the more subtle and tiny houndstooth prints from this season.
{just as I say that I’m feeling subtle houndstooth, how cute are these?}
{images from nordstrom}

I’ve always loved these little birds by Ann Wood. they are so simple and sweet. Ann has announced that she will have all of these cuties, from this picture, for sale tomorrow, October 30 at 2pm EST, in her etsy shop. if you’ve got your eyes on one of these little guys, jump on etsy quick tomorrow, as they always sell out super fast.
{image from ann wood}

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inspiring.
anticipating.
feeling.
changing.
missing.
remembering.
illus.trating.
de.sign.ing.
grow.ing.
eating. imbibing.
cooking.
capturing.
listen.ing.
everyday living.

cheers to one year of blogging.
{image from here.}

I’m loving:
the warm shades of bright red and yellow leaves.

I’m craving:
a piece of this, warmed up of course. {via unique eggbeater}
a nice cup of hot oolong.
snuggling underneath a warm, woolen blanket.

I’m wanting:
boots, to keep my feet warm.
warm legwear.
a warm sweater.

this would warm my cheeks:
winter warmer

I’m satisfied:
with my yummy salad recreation.

I’m hoping:
to stay super warm this wkend. have a fabulous one!

{this pic is for you, Ali. I took it, and it reminded me of yours with the polas.}

I am totally totally totally in love with these sparrow shakers. dlb’s mom collects salt and pepper shakers, and these little birdies are thinking about making their way into her Christmas gift! and maybe a set for myself as well.
{image from patina, via design*sponge}

ok, ok… maybe I’m starting to get into the Halloween spirit a little bit. I always dreamed of hosting my own Halloween bash, complete with ghoulish treats and devilish drinks. these sweets are pretty fantastic and the drinks are very spooky.
{image from martha}

I adore these images from the Paul Smith Black Collection. don’t they make you want to walk the streets of London, taste pastries and cappuccinos, then spend a long afternoon reading and chatting about art, food, and all things nice?
the Autumn/Winter collection features functional favorites with feminine 1940′s twists. I just love that mini heart printed silk dress paired with red tights and lace-up heels.
{images from paul smith}